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Cindy Avelar

Therapist
8 years of experience
  • In-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

My name is Cindy Avelar, and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from California State University, San Bernardino in 2018 and have been providing clinical services ever since. I work with individuals across the lifespan, from children to older adults, and strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.

I am especially passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and believe in meeting each client with compassion, respect, and cultural sensitivity. I am committed to ongoing professional growth and regularly pursue additional training to ensure I provide effective, evidence-based care.

My areas of experience include trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and working with foster youth. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, empowering clients to build on their strengths, develop resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

My approach to therapy

I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction.

What you can expect from me

When you meet me, you’ll find a calm, grounded presence paired with a sense of enthusiasm and optimism.

About me

  • I identify as
    Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Holistic, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at California State University, San Bernardino
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychodynamic, Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    5055 Canyon Crest Drive Ste 113
    Riverside, CA 92507